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2022 VBSPCA Compassion Award Recipients: Tonya & Rob Deveau

There are animal people, and then there are Tonya and Rob Deveau. When asked what role animals play in her life, Tonya is quick to explain, “the biggest role! Animals are the whole reason I started my business.”… Read More

Running with Your Dog | Keep Exercise Safe and Fun

Dogs can make great running buddies, and there are several benefits to logging your miles together. It’s a great way to bond with your canine companion, and they will enjoy getting some exercise outside. Running can also ward… Read More

Spaying and Neutering | Health and Community Benefits

Every year, millions of unwanted animals show up in animal shelters across the United States. According to the ASPCA, approximately 6.3 million animals end up in shelters each year, many of them the result of unplanned litters. Spaying… Read More

Happy Tails | Emmie

Every single animal that comes through our shelter has a story. Some are complex, many are sad, but all of them get better the minute they arrive at the Virginia Beach SPCA. Emmie and her two sisters were… Read More

Dr. Towana Hunter, Ed.D | In Service to the VBSPCA for 9 Months

It was 15 years ago that Dr. Towana Hunter first got involved with the Virginia Beach SPCA. While working with Southeastern Cooperative Educational Programs, she brought students to volunteer at our shelter once a week. “It was such… Read More

VBSPCA Pups to Play in Puppy Bowl

Two Virginia Beach SPCA pups will be playing in this year’s Puppy Bowl! Heidi and Sammie were both selected for Team Fluff, who will take on Team Ruff in the cutest matchup you’ll ever see. While the big… Read More

Grooming 101 | Tips for Caring for Your Pets

All dogs and cats need regular grooming to stay happy and healthy. Proper grooming includes keeping your pet’s eyes, ears, skin, nails, teeth, and fur clean. While all pets benefit from regular grooming, pets with long hair need… Read More

Happy Tails | Kenzo

Every single animal that comes through our shelter has a story. Some are complex, many are sad, but all of them get better the minute they arrive at the Virginia Beach SPCA. Kenzo was part of an unplanned… Read More

2022 New Year’s Message from Our CEO

It is hard to believe that 2022 is here. 2021 was one heck of a year…one on the tails of the tumultuous year that was 2020. As I sit here with my mask still in place, there has… Read More

Happy Tails | Cali

Every single animal that comes through our shelter has a story. Some are complex, many are sad, but all of them get better the minute they arrive at the Virginia Beach SPCA. Cali arrived at the VBSPCA in… Read More